2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1643 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
